Methodist Hospital Nurse Keri Kennon Honored With The DAISY Award

The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses honors caregivers for their extraordinary skill and compassion. Over 5,400 organizations worldwide work with The DAISY Foundation to recognize deserving nurses. Learn more about The DAISY Award here.

Congratulations to Keri Kennon, BSN, RN, a nurse in Cardiovascular Surgery at Methodist Hospital, for being honored with The DAISY Award! The Nebraska Methodist College alumna was nominated by the family of a patient. Included in the nomination:

"Keri was everything you'd want in a nurse: analytical, compassionate, devoted and knowledgeable. But how she treated my dad with such dignity is what stood out the most. My dad was on a ventilator for many of the times she cared for him, and I was so impressed with how she spoke to him when caring for him even when he wasn't able or going to communicate back. … My family was with my dad for every second of his time there, and Keri was kind and helpful to each one of us, too! (My dad would like to add that every single nurse was fantastic, but Keri’s thoughtfulness, humanity and careful watch truly stood out!) Another nurse told my family that Keri is assigned the most acute patients, and I can see why. ... Keri deserves this award. She made a difficult situation more bearable for our family, her smile helped us get through each day, and we will always be grateful for Keri!"

Do you know a nurse who is deserving of The DAISY Award? Nominations can be submitted by patients, family members, colleagues or “anyone who experiences or observes extraordinary compassionate care being provided by a nurse.” To nominate a Methodist nurse for The DAISY Award, click here.